Universal, single-payer pharmacare Canada’s new health minister has a historic opportunity to implement single-payer pharmacare. The Prime Minister has even tasked her with making this happen. Write to her now and let her know why it matters. First Name * Last Name * Email Address * Postal Code We'll notify your representative Your Letter * Dear Minister of Health: Congratulations on your recent appointment as Minister of Health. It is an honour to serve Canadians and the public interest at the Cabinet table, and to implement policies and investments that will strengthen Canada’s public health care system. One of these key policies and investments is the creation of a universal, single-payer, public pharmacare program. I was very encouraged to see that the Prime Minister identified this as a priority in the ministerial mandate letter you received. Under our current system, millions of Canadians are forced to choose between paying for groceries and paying for the medication they need. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have access to prescription drugs based on their need and not their ability to pay. A universal, single-payer, public pharmacare program will provide equal access and coverage for everyone, and save billions by lowering the price we pay for prescription drugs. During the recent election, three political parties – the Liberals, New Democrats and Green Party – discussed the need for a national universal pharmacare program. The current minority government situation presents an opportunity for all Members of Parliament to put aside partisanship and work together on this crucial issue. I urge you to work with other parties in the House of Commons to implement a national, universal, single-payer pharmacare program as quickly as possible. Millions of Canadians across the country are counting on you to deliver on this top priority and build a fairer Canada for everyone. Sincerely, [your name will go here] [your location will go here] Leave this field blank
